Astoria set a record high Thursday as the watch goes on for the rest of Oregon's westside.

Astoria recorded a 79 at 1 p.m., eclipsing the previous mark for the date -- 78 set in 1945.

Portland's record high for May 1 is 85 set in 1998– and the temperature was inching up in the afternoon. It was 84 degrees at Portland International Airport just before 3 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. The forecast high is 87.

So, the heat is on. Check back for updates.

(And enjoy it while it lasts -- Friday will be cooler and rain is on the way.)